Description

Traveling more than 3000 kilometers, across the world's highest motorable roads and mountain passes to experience the landscape which is completely different from the rest of the country.

Ladakh - the land of high passes, the place like no other with superabundance of attractions to visit, captivating landscapes, vibrant culture, rich traditions and welcoming localites.

The snow-clad Himalayas, pristine glacier lakes, streams and beautiful valleys, Ladakh is truly blessed with nature's bounty. An adventure filled road trip to Ladakh through the World's highest motorable roads will give you an ultimate life experience. Road trip to Leh is not just another Himalayan destination, but it is a dream in itself. A journey to create unforgettable stories, new bonds and rejuvenate your soul in the land of Lamas. Ladakh is home to one of the most hospitable people, delightful food & cuisines and peace-loving culture. Decorated with beautiful monasteries & stupas, whitewashed houses and Tibetan-style palaces & forts, Ladakh has it all to fall in love with.

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Itinerary

• Day 1

  Delhi to Manali | Overnight Journey
  

  Assemble at pickup point in Delhi - RK Ashram Metro Station/Majnu ka Tila.

  Start an overnight journey to Manali and socialize with your co-travellers.

• Day 2

  Manali Arrival | Acclimatization & Day At Leisure

  After arriving in Manali, check in to our hotel, freshen-up and have some leisure.

  This will be your acclimatization day as you will be starting a thrilling road trip to a high altitude region in the Himalayas the next day.

  Post refreshment, feel free to take a stroll around - visit Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogini Falls or go for cafe hopping in Old Manali and try different local cuisines.

  In the evening, don’t miss out the much-needed acclimatization session by your trip captain followed by home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 3

  Manali to Sarchu | Lahaul Valley

  Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast drive to Sarchu via Atal Tunnel/Rohtang La situated at 13,060 feet. Make your way through alluring landscapes. 

  Feel the thrill while driving over Zingzing Bar (14,010 feet) and Baralacha La (16,500 feet). Get mesmerized by the exceptional beauty of Suraj Tal at Baralacha La top.

  After reaching Sarchu in Lahaul valley, check in to our campsite and have some leisure. Regroup to savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in camps.

• Day 4

  Sarchu to Leh | Riding High Altitude Passes

  Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast check out from our campsite in Sarchu. Start a long yet most scenic road journey to Leh from Sarchu.

  Enroute we will be greeted with Gata Loops (22 hairpin bends) situated at 13,750 feet before taking a pit stop at Pang to grab a satisfying lunch. Continue your journey over high altitude passes like Nakee La (15,547 feet), Lachung La (16,616 feet), Tanglang La (17,480 feet) and Moore Plains (15,400 feet).

  After arriving in Leh, check in to our comfy hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 5

  The Leh Town | Leh Sightseeing Day

  Wake up to a relaxed morning and post breakfast head out to explore the beautiful Leh town and few nearby attractions.

  Visit the mesmerizing Shanti Stupa and Shey Palace. We will also visit Thiksey Monastery which is the largest gompa in central Ladakh.

  In the evening, feel free to take a stroll around Leh town on your own enjoying quaint cafes and old bazaars.

  Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 6

  Khardung La & Nubra Valley

  Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast drive towards Nubra Valley via one of the World’s highest motorable roads - Khardung La situated at 17,582 feet.

  We will take a pit stop at North Pullu or Khardung village to grab a satisfying lunch.

  Enroute Hunder Sand Dunes in Nubra Valley, we will visit the stunning statue of Maitreya Buddha at Diskit Monastery. 

  After arriving in Hunder Sand Dunes, check in to our cozy campsite and quickly head out to take a ride on a double hump bactrian camel - a unique mammal found here in India's cold desert. Optionally, you can also go for ATV Quad biking in sand dunes by your own.

  Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in swiss tents.

• Day 7

  Mesmerizing Pangong Lake

  Wake up to a peaceful mountain morning and post breakfast, move towards Shyok Valley and ride further to Pangong Tso.

  Pangong Tso is Asia's one of the most scenic high altitude salt water lakes situated at 14,270 feet. This gorgeous lake changes its color 4-5 times a day.

  Enroute Pangong Tso, we will take a pit stop at Durbuk or Tangtse village to grab a satisfying lunch.

  After arriving at Pangong Tso, check in to our scenic campsite and quickly head out for a walk around the lake for an #InstaPerfect shot. Enjoy the mesmerizing sunset scene along Pangong Tso.

  Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in swiss tents.

• Day 8

  Pangong Lake to Tso Moriri

  Wake up early in the morning and experience the soothing sunrise at Pangong Tso. Post breakfast, drive towards Tso Moriri from Pangong Lake.

  After arriving at Tso Moriri, our scenic campsite and quickly head out for a walk around the lake for an #InstaPerfect shot.

  Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in camps.

• Day 9

  The Leh Town | Cafes, Bazaars & More

  Wake up early in the morning and experience the calmness at Tso Moriri. Post breakfast ride back towards Leh town.

  Since this is your last day in the beautiful Leh town, therefore make the most out of it by chilling with your travel clan at various quaint cafes, take authentic souvenirs for your loved ones back home and explore a few nearby attractions like Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace.  

  Post exploration, savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 10

  Leh to Kargil | Indus Valley Road

  Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast drive towards Kargil from Leh. Enroute we will visit the Hall of Fame, Pathar Sahib Gurudwara and Magnetic Hill. Witness the confluence of Indus-Zanskar rivers as we move ahead towards Kargil.

  After arriving in Kargil, check in to our cozy hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 11

  Kargil to Srinagar | Drass, Zojila & Sonmarg

  Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast drive from Kargil to Srinagar. We will be travelling through Drass (World’s second coldest inhabited place), feel the thrill while driving over Zoji La (11,575 feet) and cross the beautiful Sonmarg.

  After arriving in Srinagar, check in to our comfy hotel and have some much-needed leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

• Day 12

  Departure from Srinagar | Trip Ends

  In the morning, post breakfast say goodbye to your hosts in Srinagar and your family-like travel clan.

  Reach your home with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.

Inclusions

• Transportation: AC Semi-Sleeper Volvo/Bharatbenz (Delhi to Manali) and Force Traveller as all other times.
  
• Accommodation on Sharing Basis: Hotel/Homestay (Manali, Leh Town, Kargil & Srinagar), Swiss Tents (Sarchu, Tso Moriri, Nubra Valley & Pangong Lake).
• Meals: Manali (Breakfast+Dinner), Sarchu (Breakfast+Dinner), Tso Moriri (Breakfast+Dinner), Leh (3 Dinners+3 Breakfasts), Nubra Valley (Breakfast+Dinner), Pangong Lake (Breakfast+Dinner), Kargil (Breakfast+Dinner) and Srinagar (Breakfast+Dinner).
• Experienced and cool trip leader.
• Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking and state taxes.

Exclusions

• Any extra meals and stay arrangements apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions as per the itinerary.
  
• Activities like Paragliding, Bactrian Camel Safari and ATV rides and Zanskar River Rafting.
• Travel Insurance, items of a personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc.
• Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
• Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control.
• Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.
• GST (5%) is applicable extra.

Departures

Things to Pack

Waterproof and good quality backpack or rucksack is recommended over trolley bags since you’ll be changing multiple accommodations during the entire trip.

Warm woolen jackets/sweaters, air/water resistant jackets, body thermal wears, gloves, caps and extra pairs of socks to protect yourself from wind chill and low temperatures.

Sunglasses, comfortable clothing and sports shoes.

Personal water bottle (avoid single-use plastic) to avoid dehydration issues.

Quick snacks for journeys like dry fruits, biscuits, chocolates, energy bars, glucose sachets.

Personal care items, sunscreen lotion (prefer SPF30 or higher), lip balm, toiletries, wet wipes and hand sanitizer.

Diamox (altitude sickness drug), camphor tablets, medicines for motion sickness, fever, stomach ache, headache, cold, body pain and any other personal medicines.

Phone, camera, power banks and photography equipment.

ATMs and an adequate amount of cash for shopping, cafe visits.

Personal identity document like Aadhaar, driving licence, passport, etc, since it is needed while applying for inner line permit and other security checks.

Important Note

Travellers residing outside Delhi are suggested to book trains/flights reaching Delhi not later than 4 PM on the trip start date. Similarly, on the trip end date, it is advised to book returning trains/flights leaving post 2 PM.

Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of participants etc. may cause itinerary change. In such a case, we will look for the best possible alternatives, as feasible. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of safety, comfort and general wellbeing as per the call taken by locals, the driver and your trip leader.